2 From Hell: Episode 2 - Reviews of X and Firestarter plus Top 3 Guilty Pleasure Horror Films

The 2 From Hell are back with another fun time. In this edition, the 2 From Hell review Ti West’s latest film “X” which recently hit blu-ray and the recent “Firestarter” remake starring Zac Efron, We then move to this month’s topic Top 3 Guilty Pleasure Films where one of the selections causes Anthony T’s jaw to drop.

2 From Hell: Episode 2 - Reviews of X and Firestarter plus Top 3 Guilty Pleasure Horror Films

"Baywatch" Review by Tim Hellman

'BAYWATCH': Four Stars (Out of Five)

A satirical feature film adaptation of the 80s cult classic TV show, of the same name, starring David Hasselfhoff (who also has a cameo in this movie, along with his TV costar Pamela Anderson). The film stars Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson, Zac Efron, Priyanka Chopra, Alexandra Daddario, Kelly Rohrbach, Jon Bass and Ilfenesh Hadera. It was directed by Seth Gordon (who also helmed 2011's 'HORRIBLE BOSSES' and 2013's 'IDENTITY THIEF') and it was written by Damian Shannon, Mark Swift, Jay Scherick, David Ronn, Thomas Lennon and Robert Ben Garant (Lennon and Garant are of 'RENON 911!' fame). In the film Johnson plays the self righteous leader of a special team of lifeguards, which fight crime on the beaches of Emerald Bay, Florida. A disgraced former Olympian (Efron) is added to the team to help with PR, while the lifeguards try to take on a corrupt business woman who might be smuggling drugs. The movie has received mostly bad reviews from critics, and it's also disappointed at the Box Office so far. I found it to be much better made, and more entertaining, than the critics have given it credit for!

Lt. Mitch Buchannon (Johnson) thinks way too highly of himself, and his job as a lifeguard, and he often upsets the local authorities, and his captain (Ron Huebel), by investigating crimes he has no jurisdiction over. So when Mitch finds a bag of drugs on his beach, and suspects a local business woman (Chopra) is to blame for it, he gets himself, and his team of lifeguards, in a lot of trouble trying to prove his suspicions correct. At the same time Mitch also has to deal with three new recruits to his lifeguard team, including a cocky ex-Olympic athlete named Matt Brody (Efron). Brody and Buchannon's enormous egos both continue to battle each other, while they also try to keep their beach safe.

The movie is surprisingly entertaining; it's consistently funny and the action scenes are pretty slick and exciting too. Going into the film expecting it to be a bad movie, I'm sure helped it's enjoyment level for me as well. I think The Rock and Efron are both great in the film, and they also have pretty good chemistry together as well. Chopra makes a great femme fatale villain in it too, and Bass is pretty funny also. It's just an all around amusing and fun time at the movies, and it's much better than the TV show it's parodying as well.

First Clip from the Upcoming Comedy "Mike and Dave Need Wedding Dates"

20th Century Fox recently released the first film clip for the upcoming comedy "Mike and Dave Need Wedding Dates". The upcoming film stars Zac Efron, Anna Kendrick, Adam Devine, Aubrey Plaza and Stephen Root.

"Mike And Dave Need Wedding Dates" hits theaters on July 8th.

For more information on this film, you can visit the film's official site at: http://www.mikeanddave.com.

Plot Synopsis:

Hard-partying brothers Mike (Adam Devine) and Dave (Zac Efron) place an online ad to find the perfect dates (Anna Kendrick, Aubrey Plaza) for their sister's Hawaiian wedding. Hoping for a wild getaway, the boys instead find themselves outsmarted and out-partied by the uncontrollable duo.

"Mike and Dave Need Wedding Dates":  "School Teachers and Hedge Funds" Film Clip

Make a Date with the Official NSFW Red Band Trailer for "Mike and Dave Need Wedding Dates"

20th Century Fox recently released the official red band trailer for the upcoming comedy "Mike and Dave Need Wedding Dates". The upcoming film stars Zac Efron, Anna Kendrick, Adam Devine, Aubrey Plaza and Stephen Root.

"Mike And Dave Need Wedding Dates" hits theaters on July 8th.

For more information on this film, you can visit the film's official site at: http://www.mikeanddave.com.

Plot Synopsis:

Hard-partying brothers Mike (Adam Devine) and Dave (Zac Efron) place an online ad to find the perfect dates (Anna Kendrick, Aubrey Plaza) for their sister's Hawaiian wedding. Hoping for a wild getaway, the boys instead find themselves outsmarted and out-partied by the uncontrollable duo.

"Mike and Dave Need Wedding Dates": Official Red Band Trailer

"Dirty Grandpa" Review by Tim Hellman

'DIRTY GRANDPA': Four Stars (Out of Five)

Raunchy comedy flick, about a conservative (and extremely uptight) lawyer; who's tricked into driving his sex-crazed grandfather to Florida, for spring break. The movie stars Robert De Niro and Zac Efron, as the two leads; and it costars Zoey Deutch, Aubrey Plaza, Julianne Hough and Dermot Mulroney. It was written by John M. Philips, and directed by Dan Mazer (a veteran writer/director of the TV series 'DA ALI G SHOW'). The film is filthy, and very offensive (at times), but it's also hilarious!

Jason Kelly (Efron) attends his grandmother's funeral, a little over a week before his wedding. At the funeral, his grandpa, Dick Kelly (De Niro), asks him for a ride to Florida; the following day. Jason reluctantly agrees, much to the disappointment of his very domineering fiancé (Hough). Once the two get on the road, Jason discovers his grandfather really just wants to party; and have lots of sex. Jason slowly begins to come out of his shell, and grow into another person; in the process (of course).

The movie has been pretty successful at the Box Office (it's made $63 million, on an $11 million budget), and viewers mostly seem to really like it. Despite this, it's been slammed by critics. I often question the validity of modern critics, these days, but especially when it comes to comedy; you can never trust an average critic's opinion on comedy (they just don't understand humor). Especially not when it comes to raunchy slapstick, like this. The script is brilliant (it was listed in the 2011 Black List!); it's also lead to it's writer being hired on to co-script 'BAD SANTA 2' (he seems perfect for that)! The performances are all great (especially De Niro, who's having a great comeback recently) and Jason Mantzoukas (in a hilarious supporting role). The only place the film is really lacking, is direction; but this film doesn't need 'top quality' for that. It's a very funny movie!

Breaking Glass Pictures to Release Richard Linklater Documentary "21 Years: Richard Linklater"

With Richard Linklater's latest film "Boyhood" hitting stores, Breaking Glass Pictures recently released DVD information for the upcoming documentary "21 Years: Richard Linklater" based on the director. The film features includes interviews with Ethan Hawke, Jack Black, Keanu Reeves, Matthew McConaughey, Zac Efron, Julie Delpy, and more and stories that are told through animation sequences.

Special features on the DVD include interview outtakes and behind the scenes footage with Powerhouse Animation.

"21 Years: Richard Linklater" hits stores on 1/13/2015.

Press Release:

Breaking Glass Pictures is releasing 21 Years: Richard Linklater on DVD January 13, 2015. Directed by Michael Dunaway and Tara Wood, the documentary features candid conversations with Ethan Hawke, Jack Black, Keanu Reeves, Matthew McConaughey, Zac Efron, Julie Delpy, and more.

It's been said that the first 21 years defines the career of an artist. Few directors have single-handedly shaken up the film establishment like the godfather of indie, Richard Linklater. From the groundbreaking SLACKER to his innovative BOYHOOD, Linklater has just reached the 21-year mark and has unapologetically carved his signature into American pop culture. This compelling documentary takes you on a behind the scenes tour into Linklater's style, skills, and motivation via his friends, actors, and other directors. Get a raw and honest perspective on Richard through candid conversations with Ethan Hawke, Jack Black, Keanu Reeves, Billy Bob Thornton, Matthew McConaughey, Jason Reitman, Julie Delpy and others, and see their stories brought to life through hilarious animated sequences.

New York Daily News raved 21 Years is "..as loose and cool as an Austin night out." DVD extras include interview outtakes and behind the scenes footage with Powerhouse Animation.

Official Stills for the Upcoming Teen Comedy "That Awkward Moment"

Film District recently released stills for the upcoming comedy "That Awkward Moment". The upcoming film stars Zac Efron (The Lucky One), Miles Teller (The Spectacular Now, Divergent), Michael B. Jordan (Fruitvale Station, Chronicle), Imogen Poots (Fright Night), Mackenzie Davis and Jessica Lucas (Evil Dead). "That Awkward Moment" hits theaters on 1/30.

For more information on this film, you can visit the film's official website at: http://www.thatawkwardmomentmovie.com/

Plot Synopsis:

Zac Efron, Miles Teller and Michael B. Jordan star in the R-rated comedy, THAT AWKWARD MOMENT, about three best friends who find themselves where we’ve all been– at that confusing "moment" in every dating relationship when you have to decide "So…where is this going?"